The President and the Taoiseach have sent their congratulations to the Girls in Green after they secured the Republic of Ireland’s first ever qualification for a Women’s World Cup.
They beat Scotland 1-0 at Hampden Park last night to progress to the tournament which takes place in Australia and New Zealand next year.
President Michael D Higgins described the teams achievement as 'historic' while Michael Martin described their win as 'disciplined, organised and spirited'.
The winning goal was scored by Donegal's Amber Barrett who dedicated it to the people of Creeslough.
Congratulations to the @FAIreland Women's National Team on their historic achievement in qualifying for the @FIFAWWC World Cup. A fantastic day for Irish football and for Irish sport #COYGIG
— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) October 11, 2022
Congratulations Ireland on a brilliant, inspirational and historic achievement.
A disciplined, organised and spirited performance on a wonderful night for Irish football.
We are going to the World Cup! 🇮🇪
#COYGIG @FIFAWWC https://t.co/NFw9cKnw4y— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) October 11, 2022
